Prohibits certain demolitions without inspection for pest infestation.
This bill requires pest inspections and certification before demolishing buildings that have other structures within 10 feet on different properties. It mandates that a health officer or certified pest control professional inspect for rats, mice, roaches, or other designated pests and certify that no severe infestation exists that could spread to nearby buildings. If pests are found, extermination must occur before certification is issued. The requirement doesn't apply if no adjacent buildings exist or if immediate structural danger requires urgent demolition. The construction applicant bears the cost of inspections and pest control.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
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Benjie Wimberly
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